Take Me 2017
"A good hostage is hard to find."
Pat Healy's dark comedy-thriller *Take Me* (2017) delivers a twisted take on abduction tropes, blending sharp wit with unexpected tension.
Director: Pat Healy
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Take Me (2017) about?
*Take Me* follows Ray, a small-time entrepreneur who runs simulated abductions for wealthy clients, until a mysterious woman hires him for a real kidnapping over a weekend. What starts as a straightforward job quickly spirals into chaos as loyalties are tested and the line between fantasy and reality blurs. The film walks a tightrope between absurd humor and nail-biting suspense.
Who directed Take Me?
Pat Healy, known for his roles in indie films and dark comedies, makes his directorial debut with *Take Me*.
Who stars in Take Me?
The film features Taylor Schilling as the enigmatic client, Pat Healy as the reluctant kidnapper, and Alycia Delmore, Brooke Dillman, and Jim O'Heir rounding out the main cast.
Is Take Me (2017) worth watching?
If you enjoy crime-comedy hybrids with a sharp edge, *Take Me* is worth a watch. Taylor Schilling and Pat Healy bring charisma to their morally complex roles, while the film's 83-minute runtime keeps the tension tight. It's not a feel-good movie, but its dark humor and clever twists make it a memorable pick.
How long is Take Me?
*Take Me* runs for 83 minutes.
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About Take Me (2017) — A kidnapping game turns deadly in this dark comedy-thriller
Pat Healy's dark comedy-thriller *Take Me* (2017) delivers a twisted take on abduction tropes, blending sharp wit with unexpected tension. Taylor Schilling stars as a mysterious client who hires fledgling entrepreneur Ray (Healy) for a simulated kidnapping weekend, promising a lucrative payday. What begins as a straightforward high-end kidnapping game spirals into a cat-and-mouse game of shifting loyalties and unforeseen dangers. The film's minimalist setting and dry humor amplify its unsettling atmosphere, exploring themes of trust, desperation, and the blurred line between victim and perpetrator.
With its sharp dialogue and morally ambiguous characters, *Take Me* subverts expectations, offering a fresh spin on crime-comedy hybrids. Set against a backdrop of eerie suburban isolation, the story unfolds with a mix of awkward charm and creeping dread, making it a standout in its genre. Healy's direction keeps the pacing tight, ensuring every twist lands with impact in this 83-minute psychological game of cat and mouse.